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Mid-April check in

The year is more than 25% complete. Where am I today, in the music creation process? What road markers have I reached, pointing me in the direction of my goals for this year? 1) Written several new songs for Refer … Continue reading

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Growing pains

Change. It can feel so exhilarating. And so frustrating. All rolled up in the same enchilada. Joyful Exhilaration The music, connection, and promotion of our new kirtan band, Blue Lotus Feet, has been an amazingly natural process. It has all … Continue reading

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The “glamour” of being a recording musician

I’ll admit, when I decided that this was the week to make the transition from GarageBand to Apple Logic, I didn’t realize I’d be joining millions of others around the world. But with Apple’s highly-anticipated release of Logic 9.1.7 on … Continue reading

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New music update: mid-March check-in

I blinked. Now it’s March. Since the last check-in a month ago, music has been happening. Here’s the progress update: Kirtan — We’ve been meeting up with fellow musician friends and exploring new kirtan chants together on a weekly basis. … Continue reading

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An Open Letter to my Inner Critic

My Dear Inner Critic, I notice that many of your questions about my lyrics tend to center around a lack of concreteness. “Why would you say this? This doesn’t make any SENSE to me.” I’d like to lovingly invite you … Continue reading

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Day Three: Song Three

Newest song for the new album is called, “radio antenna”. So far I’m not sure how to categorize this album… instrumentation includes ukulele, bass, voice, and now, jangly, open-tuning acoustic blues guitar. radio antenna clip May you create something you … Continue reading

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New song: refer to manual (copyright 2012)

A sample of new music from my forthcoming album, “refer to manual”.

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The Crud, codeine and a new album

I sit there, trying not very successfully to focus on my new guitar magazine as I wait.  After a few minutes of gazing distractedly at random pages… the door starts to open. I set my magazine down and get ready. … Continue reading

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New Music milestone: mid-February check in

So here we are, half way through February. How far have we come this year, in terms of new music and creating a rich and fulfilling life? Let’s take a quick look… Cheryl’s Favorite Hymns, Volume 2 Cheryl and I … Continue reading

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Tim Birchard soundtrack for local cancer fundraising video

Watch it here: http://vimeo.com/26294031

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